Causes of the American Revolution Flashcard

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What was the Boston Massacre?

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The Boston Massacre was a violent confrontation between colonists and British soldiers.

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What was the main idea of the Boston Tea Party?

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The Boston Tea Party was a protest against unfair pricing.

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What was the impact of the Stamp Act on the colonists?

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The Stamp Act angered the colonists.

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Who was Paul Revere?

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Paul Revere was a silversmith who warned colonists of British attacks.

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What did the colonists do in response to British laws?

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The colonists were actively resisting British control.

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What was the purpose of the Tea Act?

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The Tea Act allowed the British East India Company to sell tea at a lower price than colonial merchants.

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What was a common form of protest used by colonists?

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Boycotting British goods was a common form of protest.

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What did the phrase 'No taxation without representation' mean?

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It meant that colonists believed they should not be taxed by a government in which they had no representation.

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What role did propaganda play in the American Revolution?

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Propaganda was used to influence public opinion and rally support against British rule.

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What was the significance of the First Continental Congress?

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The First Continental Congress was significant because it united the colonies in response to British policies.